Catch+Create Accelerator Application

Catch+Create, Positively Groundfish's brand-new accelerator program designed for seafood innovators! We're thrilled to support our first cohort of early-stage startups and small businesses in transforming their product ideas into market-ready solutions. We’re ready to help you launch your product.

Notes for Applicants: Each startup must submit one form. You don’t need to have everything figured out — early-stage ideas are welcome if you can show clear vision and commitment. Highlight your traction and metrics where relevant. We want to understand your progress and potential. Attach supporting materials like CV, pitch decks or videos.
Section 1: Basic Information
Startup Name*
Contact Person Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone*
Company Website (if any)
Company Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Section 2: Team & Background
Founding Member 1 Name*

First NameLast Name
Founding Member 1 Role*
Founding Member 1 Resume Upload*

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Founding Member 2 Name

First NameLast Name
Founding Member 2 Role
Founding Member 2 Resume Upload

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Other Founding Members' Name & Role
Other Founding Members' Resume

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How did your business begin? What’s the story behind it?*
What is your vision for the business?*
What’s the story of how the co-founders met, and what have you built or accomplished together (outside this startup)?
Section 3: Product Overview
Tell us the brand and the product(s) you want to work on with the help of the Catch+Create Accelerator Program.*
Which category best describes your product?*

FrozenShelf StableSmoked & CuredPre-SeasonedReady-to-eat DeliBroths & SoupsSnacksPet FoodHealth & BeautyOther
Briefly describe your product idea (50 words or less)*
What makes your product unique or innovative?
Section 4: Product Development & Traction
What stage is your product currently in?*

Just an idea – We’re still exploring the problem and possible solutionsConcept validated – We’ve done customer research and validated the needPrototype developed – We have a working prototype or sample productPrototype tested – We’ve tested the prototype with users or focus groups and gathered feedback, but haven’t started selling yetInitial sales – We’ve made some sales at pop-ups, at a few local markets, online or via pilotsIn distribution – We’re regularly stocked in some retailers or working with a distributorPaused or pivoting – We’ve paused development or are pivoting product directionOther
Where/how have you tested your product, so far? What has been the feedback?
Please share details about your sales, so far, if any. (Channels, Volume, Revenue)
Tell us about your current production process and capacity.
Section 5: Marine Species Sourcing
Does your product currently use West Coast Groundfish species?*

Yes, we currently use West Coast Groundfish speciesNo, but we are open to using them in futureNo, and we are not considering them currently
Describe your sourcing process and partners (if any)
List all other non-groundfish marine species currently used as ingredients in your products*
Section 6: Distribution Model
What is your target distribution channel(s)?*

Brick & Mortar Retail (Grocery stores, supermarkets, natural food stores)Farmers' Markets / Pop-UpsD2C (Direct-to-Consumer via your own website)Online Marketplaces (e.g., Amazon, Thrive Market, etc.)Subscription Boxes or Meal Kits (e.g., Misfits Market, Blue Apron)Foodservice / Restaurants (e.g., chefs, independent restaurants, chains)Institutional Sales (e.g., schools, hospitals, universities, correctional facilities)Wholesale (Distributors, aggregators, co-ops)Other
Who is your target market?*
Examples of target market - Athletes or active adults purchasing high-protein-ready-to-eat meals, High-end restaurants using premium white fish for seasonal menus, Institutional foodservice buyers in West Coast hospitals, etc.
Section 7: Commercialization & Support Needs
Which areas do you need the most help with? (Select all that apply)*

Product DevelopmentSourcingPackagingDesign/BrandingMarketing and CommunicationsDistribution/Go-to-marketCommercialization/ScalingRegulatory/LegalFinancingHuman Resources and TeamOther
What is your biggest challenge to become retail-ready?*
What do you hope to achieve by the end of this Accelerator Program?*
Section 8: Additional Information
Have you participated in any other accelerators or received grants/investment? If Yes, which?*
Please share your business' social media handles.
Upload your Startup Deck or Pitch Video*

Please share startup deck or a short video (Max. 2 minutes) of yourself sharing your product idea.
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Anything else you want us to share with us?
Section 9: Declarations
I confirm that all information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge.*
If selected, I commit to actively participating in the Catch+Create Accelerator program.*

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Section 1: Basic Information

Section 2: Team & Background

Section 3: Product Overview

Section 4: Product Development & Traction

Section 5: Marine Species Sourcing

Section 6: Distribution Model

Section 7: Commercialization & Support Needs

Section 8: Additional Information

Section 9: Declarations